KnowSmoke Muskegon

02/07/2024

We are now 1 month into the New Year. How are your resolutions going? Was one of them to quit smoking? If so, we have a group for that 👇

See more Community Groups: https://healthwest.net/community-groups/

01/10/2024

11/22/2023

The holiday officially begins one of the busiest travel times of the year. Wherever your destination, consider devoting a few minutes of your family’s car ride or rest area breaks to “Make the Chatter Matter” and check in with your kids/teens about substance use. For tips, check out the quick video from talksooner.org. Safe travels!

11/22/2023

Talking to someone about quitting smoking can be the support you need to see it through. The quitline can help. Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW to speak to counselors who are trained specifically to help people quit smoking.

11/09/2023

Ready to quit smoking? Use our Quit Plan to map out your quit! It can help you know what to expect along the way and guide you through challenges when they come. Get started: https://brnw.ch/21wEfa9

11/09/2023

Youth va**ng continues to be an epidemic, with nearly 1 in 10 youth reporting va**ng use in 2022. Many say they v**e to help cope with stress, but studies consistently show that va**ng can increase feelings of depression, anxiety and even ADHD symptoms.

Take some time and learn more about the harmful effects about va**ng, and then have that conversation with your youth today. For talking tips and more visit www.talksooner.org, and check out these links for additional resources:
https://truthinitiative.org/research-resources/targeted-communities/3-ways-va**ng-affects-mental-health

https://truthinitiative.org/research-resources/emerging-tobacco-products/new-truthr-campaign-shows-connection-between-nicotine?utm_source=Truth%20Initiative%20Mailing%20List&utm_campaign=9cc52542a2-Newsletter_2023_10_05&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-9cc52542a2-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D

11/18/2022

Parents, your input is needed!!

The Coalition for a Drug Free Muskegon (DFC) is looking to get parent input regarding substance use among youth for their strategic planning. Your answers will be 100% anonymous.

The DFC hopes you have your input by November 25th!

Click on the survey link below to begin:

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10/24/2022

Join Cartoonversation, Straight Talk About Tough Stuff (STATS), and Ride with Pride Muskegon on Saturday, October 29th from 12:00pm to 3:00pm at The Playhouse in Whitehall!

Cartoonversation 2022 will host a variety of activities such as:
1. Ride with Pride book giveaways with law enforcement! Collect all five books in the series and get more prizes!
2. Hidden in Plain Sight (Just for Parents) Visit our Teenager’s Bedroom to search for clues about drug and alcohol use.
3. Cartoonversation Read-Alongs for elementary kids and families.
4. Join vendors with prizes, goodies, and info for kids and families.
5. And many more!

10/18/2022

Join Cartoonversation, Straight Talk About Tough Stuff (STATS), and Ride with Pride as we host a fun day filled with Read Alongs, book giveaways, and chances to win prizes.

10/12/2022

Join Cartoonversation , Straight Talk About Tough Stuff (STATS), and Ride with Pride Muskegon on Saturday, October 29th from 12:00pm to 3:00pm at The Playhouse in Whitehall!

Cartoonversation 2022 will host a variety of activities such as:
1. Ride with Pride book giveaways with law enforcement! Collect all five books in the series and get more prizes!
2. Hidden in Plain Sight (Just for Parents) Visit our Teenager’s Bedroom to search for clues about drug and alcohol use.
3. Cartoonversation Read-Alongs for elementary kids and families.
4. Join vendors with prizes, goodies, and info for kids and families.
5. And many more!

10/04/2022

Cartoonversation is a safe, entertaining, and informative way for adults to spend time with the kids they love. There is something for all ages! Join Ride with Pride Muskegon, Cartoonversation, and Straight Talk About Tough Stuff (STATS) for a day of fun. It’s Halloween weekend, make sure to wear your costumes and trick or treat at the event!